Sony A77
August is shaping up to be a pretty huge month for now prosumer/pro camera gear. In addition to Nikon’s announcement, it looks like August 24 will be Sony’s big announcement date for the new Alpha models (A77 and A65) and NEX models (NEX-7 and NEX-5N).
After the big announcement from Sony, the A77 and NEX-7 are expected to be available in Japan in September – with US availability coming in October.
As for specifications, it looks like those have leaked out across multiple sources as well. [click to continue…]
Ricoh GXR Mount A12
Ricoh has unveiled a new Leica-mount unit for its GXR system. The unit is equipped with an APS-C format CMOS sensor and the Leica M-mount.
In addition to capturing 12MP still images, the new GXR Mount A12 unit records 720p HD video.
The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 should be available in September at an initial retail price of $649. Check availability on Amazon.com.
Full details on the in the press release below. [click to continue…]
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We may be seeing an entirely new Nikon mount next month. Above, you see the lens mount of the Nikon mirrorless project camera, believed to be known internally as the X810.
According to Nikon aficionado Thom Hogan, the launch of a Nikon mirrorless camera utilizing a 1-inch, 2.7x crop sensor is imminent. [click to continue…]
